Madhesra - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Madhesra is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Madhesara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhesra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhesra is 219108. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 843317 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Madhesra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bathnaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhesra
As per Census 2011, Madhesra village has a total population of 4,821 people, consisting of 2,550 males and 2,271 females. The village has 1,109 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 871 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,627 literate and 2,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 846 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhesra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,821 | 2,550 | 2,271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 871 | 449 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 846 | 465 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,627 | 1,558 | 1,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,194 | 992 | 1,202 |
Nearby Villages of Madhesra
Madhesra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Madhesra
Madhesra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Madhesra is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhesra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhesra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Madhesra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhesra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madhesra
Where is Madhesra located?
Madhesra village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhesra?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhesra is Madhesara.
What is the pincode of Madhesra?
The pincode of Madhesra is 843317.
What is the population of Madhesra?
Madhesra has a total population of 4,821, including 2,550 males and 2,271 females.
How many households are there in Madhesra?
There are 1,109 households in Madhesra.
What is the literacy rate in Madhesra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhesra is 54.49%. Male literacy is 61.10% and female literacy is 47.07%.